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Babysitting Basics Workshop

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 9:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Learn the basics of babysitting with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach of Dallas County.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of babysitting with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach of Dallas County.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Children and teens aged 6 and older may be left unattended at library activities, however we encourage parents to attend with children who may need additional assistance with the activity. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Storytime

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
School-Aged
Storytime:

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Storytime

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Introduction to Stargazing

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Special Event, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Look to the skies this summer with some introductory guidance from a member of the Des Moines Astronomical Society.  Learn what to look for out in space and how to use our brand-new telescopes available for check-out.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Special Event, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Look to the skies this summer with some introductory guidance from a member of the Des Moines Astronomical Society.  Learn what to look for out in space and how to use our brand-new telescopes available for check-out.

Change Management Planning

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Organizational Change Management team offsite planning.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Organizational Change Management team offsite planning.

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Tail Waggin Readers

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Skills
Age Group:
School-Aged
Tail Waggin' Readers:

Strengthen your reading skills! Register for 15 minutes of reading aloud and 5 minutes of play with a therapy dog. Your child may bring their own book to read or come a few minutes...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Reading Skills
Event Details:

Strengthen your reading skills! Register for 15 minutes of reading aloud and 5 minutes of play with a therapy dog. Your child may bring their own book to read or come a few minutes early to choose a library book. If your child is able, we encourage them to attend this program on their own. Parents are free to wait in the Library. Registration is required. This program is also a great way to introduce children who are hesitant around animals to a trained therapy pet! 

*Remember that all animals, even trained therapy pets can get overwhelmed. We expect all readers to be gentle and respectful with their Therapet partner. Handlers know their pets best and may end the reservation at any time for the safety of the pet and child. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Children and teens aged 6 and older may be left unattended at library activities, however we encourage parents to attend with children who may need additional assistance with the activity. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Hooks & Needles

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Hooks and Needles:

Gather with fellow crocheters and knitters to work on your own project or start a new project. All experience levels are welcome. For those new to these hobbies we will provide sup...

Be part of our continuing Community Crochet! Create a granny square and contribute to our growing blanket.  Each square you contribute will put you in the drawing to win the blanket once it is completed.

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Gather with fellow crocheters and knitters to work on your own project or start a new project. All experience levels are welcome. For those new to these hobbies we will provide supplies for you to use. We ask that more established crocheters and knitters bring their own supplies if able. 

Be part of our continuing Community Crochet! Create a granny square and contribute to our growing blanket.  Each square you contribute will put you in the drawing to win the blanket once it is completed.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Zoo To You

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
All Ages

Join an educator from Blank Park Zoo for a special Zoo to You presentation. Learn more about a variety of animals as they showcase some of the animals from their education department. All ages welcome.

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join an educator from Blank Park Zoo for a special Zoo to You presentation. Learn more about a variety of animals as they showcase some of the animals from their education department. All ages welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Children and teens aged 6 and older may be left unattended at library activities, however we encourage parents to attend with children who may need additional assistance with the activity. 

PEO Chapter PE

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

PEO Chapter Meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Purpose of Meeting

PEO Chapter Meeting

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Family Night: Flower Art

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Open Play
Age Group:
All Ages
Family Night:

Evening activities simple enough for your youngest, but fun enough for the whole family! Activities may include kitchen skills, art projects, games or storytime. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play

Evening activities simple enough for your youngest, but fun enough for the whole family! Activities may include kitchen skills, art projects, games or storytime. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Children and teens aged 6 and older may be left unattended at library activities, however we encourage parents to attend with children who may need additional assistance with the activity. 

This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Baby Storytime:

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages birth-24 months, but older children are welcome to attend. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages birth-24 months, but older children are welcome to attend. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Baby & Toddler Open Play

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Open Play
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Baby and Toddler Open Play:

Unstructured time for children to socialize and play with a variety of toys and sensory items. All toys will be age appropriate for ages 0-3 but older children are welcome to atten...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Open Play

Unstructured time for children to socialize and play with a variety of toys and sensory items. All toys will be age appropriate for ages 0-3 but older children are welcome to attend.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Grimes Public Library Board of Trustees

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
This event is in the "Adults" group

Check Out What's Cooking at the Library

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Check Out What's Cooking at the Library:

Join us for this interactive cooking series where we will highlight delicious recipes from cookbooks in our collection. A library staff member will demonstrate how to make the dish...

We will add some spice (not too hot) in this workshop and learn about some favorite Indian dishes. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this interactive cooking series where we will highlight delicious recipes from cookbooks in our collection. A library staff member will demonstrate how to make the dishes with patron participation. Supplies are provided and registration is required. 

We will add some spice (not too hot) in this workshop and learn about some favorite Indian dishes. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Program

We cannot guarantee that food programs at the library will be free of allergens. Please contact library staff to further discuss food allergy concerns.

This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Storytime

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Storytime:

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Summer Movies

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
All Ages

PG movies and popcorn on Wednesdays!

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

PG movies and popcorn on Wednesdays!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Children and teens aged 6 and older may be left unattended at library activities, however we encourage parents to attend with children who may need additional assistance with the activity. 

Focus & Finish DMAQG

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Gathering of members from the Des Moines Area Quilters Guild to Focus and Finish projects. Community giving projects specifically.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Gathering of members from the Des Moines Area Quilters Guild to Focus and Finish projects. Community giving projects specifically.

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Tractor Storytime

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
School-Aged
Storytime:

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Join us for a special farm-themed Thursday morning storytime followed by exploring tractors and farm equipment from local farmers!

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Join us for a special farm-themed Thursday morning storytime followed by exploring tractors and farm equipment from local farmers!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Run. Jump. Hop! Discovering Culture through Play

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages

This interactive workshop from CultureAll educator Chesna Closs features physical games and blends movement, art, imagination, and music to explore traditional games from cultures around the world.

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

This interactive workshop from CultureAll educator Chesna Closs features physical games and blends movement, art, imagination, and music to explore traditional games from cultures around the world.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Children and teens aged 6 and older may be left unattended at library activities, however we encourage parents to attend with children who may need additional assistance with the activity. 

This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Tippi Toes Dance Class

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K

Join Tippi Toes for a class full of upbeat music, fun dance moves, and lots of energy—perfect for little ones aged 2-6 to wiggle, giggle, and get moving in a positive environment

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Join Tippi Toes for a class full of upbeat music, fun dance moves, and lots of energy—perfect for little ones aged 2-6 to wiggle, giggle, and get moving in a positive environment

Library Closure

All Day 6/20 - 6/21
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Family Night: Mermaid Storytime with Blue Zoo

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages

A mermaid from Blue Zoo will be joining us for a special Mermaid Storytime! All ages are welcome and pirate, mermaid, or any ocean themed costumes are encouraged!

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A mermaid from Blue Zoo will be joining us for a special Mermaid Storytime! All ages are welcome and pirate, mermaid, or any ocean themed costumes are encouraged!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Children and teens aged 6 and older may be left unattended at library activities, however we encourage parents to attend with children who may need additional assistance with the activity. 

This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Baby Storytime:

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages birth-24 months, but older children are welcome to attend. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages birth-24 months, but older children are welcome to attend. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Baby & Toddler Open Play

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Open Play
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Baby and Toddler Open Play:

Unstructured time for children to socialize and play with a variety of toys and sensory items. All toys will be age appropriate for ages 0-3 but older children are welcome to atten...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Open Play

Unstructured time for children to socialize and play with a variety of toys and sensory items. All toys will be age appropriate for ages 0-3 but older children are welcome to attend.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Poetry Night

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Poetry Night:

Join our gatherings focused on enjoying poetry in all of its many forms.  The program will vary from month to month and will include different activities including guest poets...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Workshop

Join our gatherings focused on enjoying poetry in all of its many forms.  The program will vary from month to month and will include different activities including guest poets, poetry workshops, informational presentations and more.